To protect persons engaged in a lawful hunt within a National Forest or on other lands affected with a Federal interest, establishing a civil remedy against individuals or groups which intentionally obstruct, impede, or interfere with the conduct of a lawful hunt, and for other purposes.
Hunter Safety and Protection Act of 1989 - Prescribes civil penalties for knowingly interfering with the conduct of a lawful hunt in a national forest or on lands affected with a Federal interest. Authorizes injunctive relief, the recovery of actual and punitive damages, and the awarding of attorney's fees. Grants hunting and sportsman's organizations standing to sue under this Act.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation and the Environment.
Executive Comment Requested from Interior, USDA, and DOD.
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